x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279

Also Known As

Mangave 'Bad Hair Day'
Bad Hair Day Mangave

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 20"-30"

planting zones

7b-11

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x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279 plant details

x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279 is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and variegated
Mature size: 20 IN - 30 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mangave Mad About Mangave® ‘Bad Hair Day’ is a rosette-forming succulent that displays narrow, flat, flexible lime-green leaves with an arching habit. Leaf blades are marked by tiny red spots with a distinct blush toward the tips. A new hybrid of Agave and Manfreda. An easy care, drought tolerant plant that is great in landscapes or as a houseplant. Provide a well drained soil away from reflected heat. Once established, water infrequently during the hot season. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Gardening facts about x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279 plant

How to Grow x Mangave 'Bad Hair Day' PP30279

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant